Up to 80% of females experience menopausal symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. A new clinical guideline from @acpimphysicians.bsky.social recommends estrogen-based therapy as first-line treatment for eligible patients and provides guidance on nonhormonal alternatives. https://bit.ly/3Vxl2LT

A randomized trial found that supervised physical therapy and education led to greater short-term improvements in knee pain, function, muscle strength, and recovery than a self-directed exercise program among young adults with ongoing symptoms after ACL reconstruction. https://bit.ly/4jo2V4N

NEW: Alcohol consumption in the U.S. declined modestly in 2024 after reaching elevated levels during and after the #COVID19 pandemic. #GenZ showed notable decreases in alcohol use and Millennials experienced the greatest reductions in heavy drinking. Read the full study: https://bit.ly/4hG7Eh2

New research found that people exposed to medetomidine reported severe sedation, distinct withdrawal symptoms, and difficulties with treatment. Researchers say greater awareness, surveillance, and clinical guidance are needed to address this emerging public health concern. https://bit.ly/4r9qXSZ

NEW: A systematic review found that hospital-based interventions to improve outpatient follow-up for alcohol use disorder (AUD) after discharge show mixed results. https://bit.ly/4zHkh2i

A prospective cohort study found that higher vitamin B12 levels in mothers and fathers before conception were associated with a lower risk for birth defects. Additionally, mothers with adequate folate levels in early pregnancy had a lower predicted prevalence of birth defects. https://bit.ly/4qEL5MA

The @acpimphysicians.bsky.social Immunization Committee reviewed the 2026 AAFP and ACOG immunization schedules and has unanimously voted to support these guidelines. Read the commentary and view the AAFP and ACOG vaccine schedules here: https://bit.ly/3UbKPIF